Squatters mosk

Lagos -
Before the government could take a stand, the spaces have been occupied according to the squatters’ principles by public bus operators, thugs and the homeless. It was kind of a battle to clean the place up. It is the month of Ramadan, the fasting month for Muslims. The picture shows devout Muslims, practically living in this space to be able to perform religious rights of worship and also to listen to the teachings of the Alfa – Leader. They maintain the space, painting it; there’s electricity powered by a generator, a public address system, a cooling fan etc. Obviously the government would rather have this, even though it is run according to the squatters’ principle.Toye Gbade –
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